The Leek Triumphs 1932

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Full title reads: "Swansea - The Leek Triumphs - After ten long years - amidst indescribable enthusiasm - Wales beats England in thrilling international by 12pts to 5."

Swansea, West Glamorgan, Wales.

High angle shot from the back of the crowd. Shows large crowd in stands and corner...

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Cataloguer:
Mark
Stock:
Black & White
Sound:
Mute
Media URN:
4609
Sort Number:
32/005
Time in/Out:
01:01:55:00 / 01:03:48:00
Canister:
32/5
Film ID:
641.02
Issue Date:
18/01/1932

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